What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Alliances Manager position at Sage?
Job Description
We’re looking for a Strategic Alliances Manager to grow and strengthen partnerships that drive Sage’s commercial growth.
In this role, you’ll build relationships with system integrators, accounting firms and technology advisors - bringing new partners into our ecosystem and helping existing ones thrive. You’ll collaborate across sales, marketing, and enablement to deliver programs that build market awareness, generate new business and convert partner influence into high-quality sales opportunities.
You’ll also represent Sage at partner and industry events, championing our collaborative approach and the success stories that come from it.
This role is a hybrid opportunity, 3 days per week onsite in one of our Sage offices.
Life at Sage: https://www.sage.com/en-us/company/careers/
Our Values & Behaviors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=vt5JXf-Gwno&feature=youtu.be
We’re looking for a Strategic Alliances Manager to grow and strengthen partnerships that drive Sage’s commercial growth.
In this role, you’ll build relationships with system integrators, accounting firms and technology advisors - bringing new partners into our ecosystem and helping existing ones thrive. You’ll collaborate across sales, marketing, and enablement to deliver programs that build market awareness, generate new business and convert partner influence into high-quality sales opportunities.
You’ll also represent Sage at partner and industry events, championing our collaborative approach and the success stories that come from it.
This role is a hybrid opportunity, 3 days per week onsite in one of our Sage offices.
- Drive the creation of Sales Qualified Opportunities (SQOs) and new business growth through partner-led activity.
- Manage relationships with consultants, advisors, and system integrators to expand Sage’s ecosystem.
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and enablement to deliver joint programs that build awareness and accelerate pipeline.
- Lead and participate in partner and industry events, including presenting on behalf of Sage to showcase Sage’s market leadership and partner success.
- Support the Sage sales organization by aligning partner efforts with commercial priorities and regional strategies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3 years of experience in the software, technology, or consulting industry.
- At least 1 year in a partner or alliances role, ideally with exposure to partner operations. Strong written, verbal and presentation skills.
- Proficient in Salesforce, PowerPoint and Excel.
- 100% paid premiums for health, dental, and vision coverage.
- RRSP contribution match (100% up to 4%).
- 35 days paid time off (11 paid holidays, 16 vacation days, 3 personal days, 5 sick days).
- 18 weeks of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or surrogacy offered 1 year after the start date.
- 5 days paid yearly to volunteer (through Sage Foundation).
- $5,250 tuition reimbursement per calendar year starting 6 months after the hire date.
- Sage Wellness Rewards Program (annual fitness reimbursement).
- Library of on-demand career development options and ongoing training offerings.
Life at Sage: https://www.sage.com/en-us/company/careers/
Our Values & Behaviors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=vt5JXf-Gwno&feature=youtu.be